After spending 11 days in Europe in close contact
with his team, Timberwolves owner Glen Taylor says he feels good about
the group that will compete without Kevin Garnett when the regular
season begins next month…

Also from Walters:

–Taylor said it’s too early for him to determine
expectations for this season. Meanwhile, there have been no recent
trade talks, though that could change in the next two weeks.

– Look for the Timberwolves to make newcomer Al Jefferson a five-year contract offer soon in the $50 million range. Jefferson, who plans to buy former Wolves coach Dwane Casey’s Minneapolis townhouse when he gets a new deal, will have until Oct. 31 to accept or reject the offer.